RNSG 2213 Exam 2 questions and answers rated A+

RNSG 2213 Exam 2A patient has been diagnosed as having mania. The nurse anticipates that the physician will most likely prescribe: Lithium Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is a severe and potentially fatal syndrome that is indicated by a rash and flu-like symptoms. It sometimes is caused by which medication? Lamotrigine (lamictal) A patient develops mania after discontinuing lithium. New medications are written to resume lithium twice daily and begin Zyprexa (olanzapine). The addition of olanzapine to the medication regimen will: Bring hyperactivity under rapid control A patient is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder. He has been taking Lithium for several years, but it is no longer effective in managing his acute manic episodes. Which type of medication is likely to be prescribed now? Anticonvulsant A patient diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder is hyperactive and manic after discontinuing Lithium. The patient threatens to hit another patient. Which comment by the nurse is appropriate? "Do not hit anyone. If you're unable to control yourself, we'll help you."